Samlapur - Devipur, Deoghar
Samlapur is a village situated in the Devipur subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devipur and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Husainabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samlapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samlapur is 354269. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.96 hectares and falls under the 814120 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Samlapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madhupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Godda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samlapur
According to the 2011 Census, Samlapur village had a total population of 1,089 people, including 563 males and 526 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.38%, with male literacy at 25.40% and female literacy at 17.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,089 | 563 | 526 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 130 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 110 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 909 | 453 | 456 |
Nearby Villages of Samlapur
Samlapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Samlapur
Samlapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Samlapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Samlapur is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samlapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samlapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Samlapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samlapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Samlapur
Where is Samlapur located?
Samlapur village is located in Devipur Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Samlapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Samlapur is Husainabad.
What is the pincode of Samlapur?
The pincode of Samlapur is 814120.
What is the population of Samlapur?
Samlapur had a total population of 1,089, including 563 males and 526 females.
How many households are there in Samlapur?
Samlapur had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samlapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samlapur was 21.38%. Male literacy was 25.40% and female literacy was 17.11%.